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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory · 1 day ago

Nuclear Facility Mechanical Cognizant Systems Engineer

Livermore, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$141K/yr - $214K/yr

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is dedicated to strengthening the United States’ security through innovative engineering solutions. The Nuclear Facility Mechanical Cognizant Systems Engineer will provide engineering expertise to ensure the operational readiness of nuclear facility systems, support maintenance activities, and contribute to significant R&D projects.

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Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist in monitoring the integrity and configuration of mechanical systems to anticipate the need for maintenance, repair, or replacement of components due to aging and degradation

Prepare system logs, surveillance reports, and detailed assessment reports and brief facility management on the results

Identify, monitor, and provide recommendations for the timely procurement and assurance of adequate inventory of spare parts and materials

Utilize comprehensive technical engineering skills and mechanical engineering experience to provide engineering technical support for sustainment, repair, and modification of safety structures, systems, and components

Support significant R&D projects by applying comprehensive level knowledge, skills, and innovation to create mechanical solutions that are safe and compliant with DOE orders and specifications

Develop and implement solutions and approaches for problems and issues of moderate complexity in support of facility operations and maintenance using independent engineering judgment, in determining methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria, in-depth analysis, ingenuity, and creativity

Identify and assess the potential impacts to assigned structures, systems, components from new construction, modifications, and repairs related to other systems, such HVAC and building structures

Assist in developing and performing technical reviews of facility related procedures, work instructions, and proposed modifications to ensure technical adequacy and feasibility of implementation

Assist in preparing and reviewing mechanical design calculations, drawings, and other documents to describe and provide solutions for complex design requirements and engineering problems, while ensuring compliance with technical criteria, schedules, and deliverables using comprehensive knowledge

Conduct reviews and provide technical input and advice to mid-level internal management, customers, and colleagues on moderately complex system related design, operation, and maintenance issues

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringDesign of Mechanical SystemsDOE ComplianceCAD SoftwareProject ManagementTechnical DocumentationTeam CollaborationCommunication SkillsProblem Solving

Required

Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent level of education and related technical experience

Comprehensive knowledge of mechanical engineering standards and practices, such as ASME, ANSI, NFPA, etc

Broad experience with and comprehensive knowledge and skills in the design, modification, and evaluation of mechanical systems for buildings and facilities, such as piping, heating, ventilation, and conditioning

Comprehensive knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency and experience in developing or reviewing calculations, specifications, drawings, and sketches; determining design criteria for modifications, renovations, and upgrades on small projects and on occasional larger projects

Proficient verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively interact and collaborate in a team environment, including the ability to identify, develop and effectively communicate recommendations to facility and senior management regarding facility and safety equipment modifications

Demonstrated proficiency and experience effectively developing work process documents and safety documentation

Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environment which includes scientists, engineers, and technicians with demonstrated ability to effectively manage, oversee, and deliver multiple projects on budget and schedule, often with multiple parallel tasks that require the resolution of conflicting work requirements and prioritization of tasks toward predetermined long-range targets

Preferred

Master's degree in in mechanical engineering or related field

Professional Engineering Registration in Mechanical or Nuclear Engineering in California or reciprocity from another state within twelve months

Significant experience working with mechanical structures, systems, and components in a nuclear environment. Significant experience preparing project estimates

Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Creo)